Sights in Tyrrhenian Coast
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Torre Apprezzami L'Asino
The curiously named Torre Apprezzami L'Asino is one of the six Spanish towers built in the 16th century as defence against pirates and invaders. It translates as 'Value my Donkey' tower. It is said to derive its name from an encounter between two travellers on a narrow cliff-side path. Coming from different directions and unable to pass each other they decided to throw the donkey of lesser value off the cliff.
The coastline is also dotted with numerous grottoes or sea caves, some of which can only be reached by boat.
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Redentore
The Redentore is an omniscient presence in Maratea, an enormous marble Christ dominating the peak of Monte San Biagio (624m). It was built in 1965 by Bruno Innocenti and, in case you're wondering, it isn't as tall as the 30m Christ in Rio di Janeiro - but with its outstretched arms it is no less impressive. Drive up the winding 5km road from Maratea for a closer look at the statue which, curiously, has its back turned to one of the finest views of the Golfo di Policastro on the entire coastline.
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Fiumicello Beach
Maratea's chief attraction is its dramatic rocky coastline and stunning blue sea so outdoor action - such as it is - focuses on the beach. All the beaches are dotted with lidi (beach -bars and kiosks) where you can hire water-sport equipment (kayaks, windsurfers and pedal boats) as well as umbrellas and chairs. Don't expect long white sandy beaches; the sand here is coarse - even gravelly - and often greyish-black in colour. Fiumicello beach is a popular spot and has a decent stretch of sand.
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Porto di Maratea
To round off a day of Mediterranean sun-worship head to the Porto, where you can eye off the sleek yachts and bright-blue fishing boats bobbing in the water. The swish restaurants and lively bars are the place for the chic-elite to see and be seen.
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Santuario di San Biagio
Originally built in the 6th to 7th century on the site of a pagan temple dedicated to Minerva, the remains of San Biagio, Maratea's patron saint, are preserved in a white marble urn inside.
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Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore
For a small town, Maratea packs a lot of churches (44 in total). The main church is the 15th-century Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore which has a baroque interior.
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La Grotta delle Meraviglia
Spotlights highlight the spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations in this large chamber 100m underground. This grotto is accessible by car.
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Macarro Beach
Macarro beach is a local favourite. It is a black sand beach set in an idyllic little bay. There is a short hike from the nearest car park.
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Chiesa dell'Annunziata
Look for the obelisk of San Biagio in front of the Chiesa dell'Annunziata; the marble column was apparently salvaged from the sea.
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Castrocucco Beach
Castrocucco beach boasts the longest beach on the coast.
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Maratea Superiore
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Maratea Inferiore
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